Manager-Procurement

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

71d•Onsite

About The Position

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, a related field, or equivalent experience.
7+ years of demonstrated experience working in purchasing or a related role in the manufacturing industry.
Possess a deep subject matter expertise in procurement processes, including requisitioning, purchasing, and supplier management.
Knowledge of supply chain management principles, including inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics.
Familiarity with relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
Good negotiation skills with the ability to understand business priorities and pursue beneficial outcomes in discussions with suppliers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal departments and external vendors.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile data and generate meaningful reports, including the ability to problem-solve reporting issues in Power BI and update dashboards and other resources as needed.
Expert-level skills in procurement software and tools, such as ERP systems, supplier management platforms, and data analytics tools.
Must have specific experience with Oracle ERP software.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel (Advanced), Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience working in the electrical manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

Oversee value stream procurement execution, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing.
Manages Buyers, procurement transactions processes including purchase order generation and closing, supplier purchase order acceptance rates, reschedules/changes, expediting for production materials, critical part shortage problem solving with suppliers and escalations to strategic sourcing per escalation standard operating procedure.
Work collaboratively with material production management to root cause and problem solve material shortages.
Own day-to-day supplier part execution management, ensuring on-time delivery targets are met.
Identify top material shortage opportunities and work with material execution team to improve planning and suppliers to achieve delivery.
Lead monthly part supply scorecards to track key metrics such as short ordering, quality, responsiveness, and costs.
Train and Mentor Buyers; regularly monitor performance and implement training for process reference with detailed tips and associated checklist for proficiency tracking and buyer growth.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team.
Foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement within the team.
Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of team members, ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Provide thought leadership and direction to the procurement team, staying abreast of the latest tools and technologies to improve Value Stream procurement function continuously.
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Other responsibilities as assigned.